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Wakachan(わかちゃん)Wakarin( わかりん)
Memechan( めめちゃん)
In Japanese culture, kanji are characters that originated from Chinese script, and the meaning of a name changes depending on the kanji characters chosen. The more variations of kanji a name has, the more common it is in Japan. Conversely, a name with very few kanji variations is considered unique and rare. Below are the kanji variations for "Wakame," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
若 means "young, youth, young person."
Young And Fresh - This refers to something that is new and has not been around for a long time.
Young Master - This refers to a young boy from a high-ranking family.
Immature - This refers to something that is not yet fully developed.
New Generation - This refers to the new generation of people.
Hypothetically - This refers to a situation that is hypothetical or possible.
Auxiliary Character - This refers to a character used to describe something. e.g. 自若
Youthful - Conveying a sense of freshness, energy, and vitality.
Innocent - Conveying a sense of purity, naivety, and trustworthiness.
New - Conveying a sense of new beginnings, freshness, and potential.
Precious - Conveying a sense of value, worth, and importance.
Special - Conveying a sense of uniqueness, rarity, and distinction.
Timeless - Conveying a sense of timelessness, eternity, and permanence.
Brave - Conveying a sense of courage, strength, and resilience.
愛 means "love, affection, fondness."
To Love - To feel deep affection and care for someone or something.
To Cherish - To hold someone or something in high regard and treat them with great care.
To Adore - To feel great admiration and fondness for someone or something.
To Be Fond Of - To have a strong liking for someone or something.
To Be Devoted To - To be dedicated and loyal to someone or something.
Love - To express the deep love and affection that parents have for their child.
Cherish - To emphasize the importance of cherishing and protecting the child.
Adore - To express the admiration and fondness that parents have for their child.
Devotion - To express the dedication and loyalty that parents have for their child.
若 means "young, youth, young person."
Young And Fresh - This refers to something that is new and has not been around for a long time.
Young Master - This refers to a young boy from a high-ranking family.
Immature - This refers to something that is not yet fully developed.
New Generation - This refers to the new generation of people.
Hypothetically - This refers to a situation that is hypothetical or possible.
Auxiliary Character - This refers to a character used to describe something. e.g. 自若
Youthful - Conveying a sense of freshness, energy, and vitality.
Innocent - Conveying a sense of purity, naivety, and trustworthiness.
New - Conveying a sense of new beginnings, freshness, and potential.
Precious - Conveying a sense of value, worth, and importance.
Special - Conveying a sense of uniqueness, rarity, and distinction.
Timeless - Conveying a sense of timelessness, eternity, and permanence.
Brave - Conveying a sense of courage, strength, and resilience.
芽 means "bud, sprout."
Bud - The beginning of a plant or tree sprouting from the ground.
Sprout - To start to grow or develop.
Sign - An indication or warning of something about to happen.
Start - The beginning of something.
輪 means "circle, ring."
Wheel - A circular object, often used to refer to the wheels of a vehicle.
Vehicle - A counting word used to refer to a vehicle.
Circulate - To move around in a circle.
In Sequence - To take turns.
Surroundings - The shape or form of something.
Vertical - Referring to the north and south.
Grand - A large and impressive scale.
Flower - A counting word used to refer to a flower.
Circulate - To move around in a circle, symbolizing the idea of a baby's life being full of movement and growth.
Grand - A large and impressive scale, symbolizing the idea of a baby's life being full of potential and greatness.
Surroundings - The shape or form of something, symbolizing the idea of a baby's life being full of beauty and harmony.
香 means "fragrance, aroma, scent."
Appealing - Having an attractive appearance, color, voice, taste, etc.
Chess Piece - One of the pieces 香車(kyousya) in the game of shogi.
女 means "woman, female."
Female - A female person or gender.
Daughter - A female child.
You - A term of endearment used to address someone.
Marry - To take someone as a spouse.
Female - This is the most common meaning of the kanji 女 and is suitable for naming a baby girl. It is a simple and straightforward way to express the gender of the child.
Daughter - This is another suitable meaning for naming a baby girl. It is a way to express the love and affection of the parents for their daughter.
Young Unmarried Woman - This is a more poetic way to express the gender of the child. It is suitable for naming a baby girl as it conveys the idea of innocence and purity.
Small Or Weak Thing - This is a more abstract way to express the gender of the child. It is suitable for naming a baby girl as it conveys the idea of fragility and vulnerability.
You - This is a more intimate way to express the gender of the child. It is suitable for naming a baby girl as it conveys the idea of closeness and connection.
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This is the order of names with many variations of kanji.
Basically, names with more variations are more common and familiar to the Japanese.
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The names are sorted by the number of times they have been viewed on this site. This ranking is based on the behavior of users around the world, including Japan, so it does not mean that the names are commonly viewed by Japanese people only.
Please note that just because a name has been viewed more times does not mean it is a famous name in Japan.
What is Hiragana?
Hiragana is a syllabary used in written Japanese, which originated from the cursive style of Kanji.
What is Katakana?
Katakana is also a Japanese syllabary. Basically, the characters don't have any meaning by themselves, they only represent the sounds.
Japanese try to express the words came from foreign languages with the most similar sounds in Japanese using Katakana.
What is English Transcription?
English Transcription is a term used when translating Japanese names into English. It represents a romanised version of the name with the aim of reproducing the pronunciation as accurately as possible. English Transcription can also be used for name searches.
Japanese Style Nickname
In Japan, nicknames are commonly used to express familiarity and affection. Here are key features and contexts:
Shortened Forms: Names are often shortened for ease and intimacy, such as 'Yuki' from 'Yukiko' or 'Taka' from 'Takashi'.
Suffixes: Terms like 'chan' for girls and 'kun' for boys are added to names among close friends and family. However, 'chan' can also be used for boys during childhood. Additionally, among adults who are very close, like best friends, 'chan' may still be used to convey affection and familiarity. More Details
Usage and Cultural Aspects: Nicknames are typically used in informal settings among friends, family, or close colleagues, and are not suitable for formal or professional environments. The use of a nickname suggests a degree of intimacy and should reflect the nature of the relationship. Young people often demonstrate creativity in their social interactions by crafting unique nicknames.
Note: In Japanese, the long vowel sound is indicated by a special character called a "chōonpu" (長音符), which looks like a horizontal dash (ー). This character serves to extend the duration of the vowel sound immediately preceding it. For instance, in the name "あーちゃん" (A-chan), the "あ" (A) is extended, producing a prolonged "ah" sound, similar to the "a" in "father."
Households?
The names are sorted by the number of Japanese households where the surname is used.
The more households there are, the more famous and common the surname is.
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